DISCO PIGS

WINNER JAMES MENZIES-KITCHIN DIRECTORS’ AWARD 2011 WINNER HOUSE THEATRE RECOMMISSION AWARD 2015

★★★★ The Guardian ★★★★ The Independent ★★★★ The Sunday Times ★★★★ FT ★★★★ The Stage ★★★★ Metro

"Cathal Cleary, the director, won this year’s JMK Award. You can see — from his mastery of stagecraft, from the way he siphons the energy from his talented cast of Charlie Murphy and Rory Fleck-Byrne — that he has every chance of following such JMK winners as Thea Sharrock and Bijan Sheibani to the top table." The Times

"Thrilling, turbulent and dangerous, not to mention full of theatrical flair, Disco Pigs becomes a party popper that leaves shrapnel wounds in its wake. Extraordinary." Matt Trueman

“Repeatedly, Cathal Cleary shows flashes of brilliance that herald a bright future." British Theatre Guide

“Cleary has cast brilliantly...this is an excellent launching pad for a career that seems worth watching with interest.” Irish Theatre Magazine

THE HALF OF IT

WINNER THE STEWART PARKER TRUST AWARD 2017 WINNER THE FIRST FORTNIGHT AWARD, DUBLIN FRINGE 2017

NOMINATIONS FIVE DUBLIN FRINGE AWARDS 2017

“This is an exquisite piece of theatre. Under the direction of Cathal Cleary, Cogan’s portrayal is heart breaking and gut wrenching in equal measure.” ★★★★ Reviews Hub

“A deeply realistic manic vigilance sustained throughout, Karen Cogan was a totally absorbing presence that garnered every audience member’s unwavering attention.” ★★★★ Tn2 Magazine

“The Half of It is a unique work of modern art presented by the MOMMO Theatre, directed by Cathal Cleary and brought to life by the writer and solo performer Karen Cogan.” Meg.ie

“The Half of It is certainly a unique creation as it steers away from the traditional and basic concept of theatre with just a stage…we experience this work of art in a vivid and realistic way.” Meg.ie

FURNiTURE

WINNER IRISH TIMES IRISH THEATRE AWARD - REBECCA O’MARA, BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS

NOMINATION IRISH TIMES IRISH THEATRE AWARD - AISLING O’SULLIVAN, BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS

WINNER STEWART PARKER TRUST AWARD 2018

★★★★ Irish Times

“Directed impeccably by Cathal Cleary in a marvellously adaptable set by Francis O'Connor, the three one-act plays are diamond bright.”The Sunday Independent

“This new Druid production, directed with pizzazz by Cathal Cleary. Laugh out loud funny.” Sunday Times

“Whip smart…a triumph” Irish Independent

TRESTLE

★★★★ The Independent ★★★★ The Times ★★★★ Whats On Stage ★★★★ The Stage ★★★★ Evening Standard

★★★★ Time Out ★★★★ Theatre Bubble ★★★★ Reviews Hub ★★★★ Rewrite This Story ★★★★★ LondonTheatre1.com

“Cathal Cleary directs with a terrific rhythmic feel for the expert variations of emphasis in the scenes and to their different angles of incidence. I don't see how Lilburn and Walker could capture the bittersweet chemistry better.” The Independent

“Cathal Cleary’s production boasts two superbly crafted performances from Gary Lilburn and Connie Walker. The pair have delectable chemistry. Their humility is heart-breaking.” The Stage

“The performances and Cathal Cleary's confident direction sweep you through this unusual and thoughtful portrayal of middle-aged romance.” WhatsOnStage

“Sensitively directed by Cathal Cleary…the performances are true and tender…it’s a play of muted joy and ache that penetrates to the bone. A stealthy little heartbreaker.” The Times

THE LAST YANKEE

★★★★ The Observer ★★★★ Time Out ★★★★ Fulham and Hammersmith Chronicle ★★★★★ One Stop Arts

NOMINATIONS FOUR OFF-WEST END AWARDS 2013

"The Print Room has always restored small-scale rarities. It has done so triumphantly with Cathal Cleary's production of Arthur Miller's late play The Last Yankee. Ingeniously designed by Jamie Vartan." The Observer

"The Print Room has produced another quality show combining the young talent of director Cathal Cleary and an experienced cast." London Magazine

"Miller's later, shorter works need something special if they're to be made to sing. But Cathal Cleary's revival offers just that, with a striking design by Jamie Vartan that pitches us into the middle of a state mental hospital." Time Out